Share a USB Printer Across the Network

Product Information

D-Link, an industry leader in networking, delivers a network printing solution with the compact 10/100 Ethernet USB Print Server (DP-301U).  With this USB print server, users can print from virtually anywhere on the network to the connected USB printer using computers with different operating systems.

The D-Link USB Print Server is a convenient printer sharing solution for the home or small office.  The DP-301U connects one USB printer to your network.  Users can simultaneously send print jobs to the networked printer without having to go through a dedicated PC.  With support for remote printing, your printer is available online for receiving print jobs from anywhere via the Internet.


Product Highlights

Easy Installation
With its high-speed USB 2.0 port, the DP-301U connects to a wide variety of printers and delivers astonishing printing speeds. The set up process is remarkably simple. It can be configured using a web-based setup utility. Alternatively, Windows®-based PCs can also use the included PS Admin program to manage the DP-301U. Its compact size ensures that the USB Print Server can be added to any printing situation without creating additional installation hassles.

Print from Multiple Computes
The USB Print Server can alleviate printing problems by simplifying network printing. Sharing a single USB printer eliminates the need to maintain and purchase supplies for multiple printers. Additionally, a dedicated print server removes the need to have a dedicated computer powered on to support the printer.

Supports Multiple Operating Systems
The DP-301U supports virtually all major network operating systems and protocols. For exceptional network compatibility, clients can communicate with the DP-301U using TCP/IP, NetBEUI, and AppleTalk transport protocols. Regardless of your network setup, the DP-301U is an excellent addition.

The D-Link 10/100 Ethernet USB Print Server (DP-301U) is the ideal network printing solution for the home, office, or school. Simply adding this dedicated print server to your network frees up system resources and simplifies your printing experience.

What This Product Does
The D-Link 10/100 Fast Ethernet USB Print Server (DP-301U) allows you to share a USB enabled printer across the network. With the DP-301U, anyone on the network can readily access a shared printer. Additionally, having a print server helps save energy by eliminating the need for a dedicated computer to be powered on all the time to host a shared printer.

Sharing a Printer
The DP-301U is compact enough to be placed in areas with limited space and helps alleviate printing problems by simplifying network printing. Sharing a single USB printer eliminates the need to maintain and purchase supplies for multiple printers. 

Product Features

• Send Print Jobs over the Network
• One USB 2.0 Port for Connecting a USB Printer
• Built-in IPP (Internet Printing Protocol) for Remote Printing from Anywhere via the Internet
• Configurable to Automatically Print Incoming E-mails
• User-Friendly Web-based Management
• Prints from Windows XP/2000 or Mac OS X operating Systems
• Multiple Protocol Support for Mixed-LAN Environment
• Supports TCP/IP, NetBEUI, and AppleTalk Protocol
• SNMP Management Support
• 1 Year Limited Manufacturers Warranty

Product Specification

Standards

• IEEE 802.2
• IEEE 802.3
• IEEE 802.3u
• USB 2.0/1.1

Device Interface

• 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet
• USB 2.0 Port

Transport Protocol

• TCP/IP
• NetBEUI
• AppleTalk/EtherTalk

TCP/IP Protocols Supported

• BOOTP
• SNMP
• Telnet
• TFTP
• FTP
• LPD
• RARP
• DHCP

Management

• SNMP

MIBs

• MIB-II (RFC 1213)

Diagnostic LEDs

• Power
• Link/Activity
• USB

Power Input

• External Power Supply
• DC 5V, 2.5A

Dimensions

• 3.19” x 3.54” x 1.57”  (W x D x H)

Weight

• 0.27 lbs (121g)

Temperature

• Operating: 32°F to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
• Storage: -13°F to 131°F (-25° to 55°C)

Operating Humidity

• 5% ~ 95% Maximum (Non-condensing)

Includes

• DP-301U 10/100 Fast Ethernet USB Print Server
• Power Adapter (5V, 2.5A)
• CD-ROM with Software and Manual
• Quick Installation Guide

Minimum Requirements

• 10/100 Fast Ethernet Wired Network
• Printer with USB 2.0/1.1 Port

To Change Default Settings:

• Windows 2000, XP
• Mac OS X version 10.4.3 or higher
• 300 MHz processor
• 64 MB of RAM
• Ethernet Adapter with TCP/IP Protocol Installed
• Internet Explorer v6 or Netscape Navigator v7
• CD-ROM drive